Autumn Fallin' cover

Autumn Fallin'

Jaymay · 2007

42 min · 10 tracks

A tender blend of folk and indie-pop, layered with introspective lyrics and gentle melodies that evoke a sense of longing.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Gray or Blue — The opening track sets a reflective tone with its poignant exploration of emotional complexity, perfectly capturing the essence of the album's themes.
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    Blue Skies — This song contrasts melancholy lyrics with an uplifting melody, showcasing Jaymay's ability to merge optimism with vulnerability.
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    Autumn Fallin' — The title track encapsulates the album's seasonal motifs and serves as a centerpiece that weaves together the overarching narrative of change and nostalgia.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

55 /100
Foothills
Higher than 45% of albums we've rated

The album features intimate songwriting and cohesive arrangements, establishing Jaymay's voice in indie-folk.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a soft, finger-picked guitar that sets a gentle tone, which is maintained throughout the first half.
  • Each track features layered vocals that often harmonize, creating a rich texture against the sparse instrumentation.
  • Several songs incorporate shifts in dynamics, where verses build subtly before dropping back to quieter choruses, enhancing emotional impact.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • You Are the Only One I Love

    The moment shifts from wistful memories to a direct address, marking a significant emotional pivot in the song.

    This turn adds depth to the narrative by creating an immediate connection with the listener through personal revelation.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Gray or Blue 3:24
  • 2 Sycamore Down 2:17
  • 3 Blue Skies 3:56
  • 4 Sea Green, See Blue 6:17
  • 5 Autumn Fallin' 2:44
  • 6 You'd Rather Run 9:50
  • 7 Hard to Say 1:57
  • 8 Big Ben 3:30
  • 9 Ill Willed Person 3:19
  • 10 You Are the Only One I Love 4:57

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